1000 frequent GRE words
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GRE Frequent - Set 8
(30 words)Word | POS | Definition |
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accentuate | verb | To make more noticeable |
conjectural | adj. | Based on guesswork or incomplete evidence |
convivial | adj. | Friendly and lively |
decadent | adj. | Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline |
egregious | adj. | Outstandingly bad or shocking |
evanescent | adj. | Quickly fading or disappearing |
flamboyant | adj. | Attracting attention due to confidence and stylishness |
forestall | verb | To prevent something by taking action ahead of time |
gainsay | verb | To deny or contradict a statement |
galvanize | verb | To stimulate or excite into action |
indiscriminate | adj. | Lacking careful choice or planning |
innocuous | adj. | Not harmful or offensive |
momentary | adj. | Lasting for a very short time |
mundane | adj. | Lacking excitement or interest; dull |
nettlesome | adj. | Causing irritation or annoyance |
nullify | verb | To make something lose its value or effect |
obviate | verb | To remove a need or difficulty |
omnipresent | adj. | Present everywhere at the same time |
oust | verb | To remove from a position or place |
palpable | adj. | So intense as to seem almost tangible |
perfidy | noun | Deceitfulness and untrustworthiness |
profuse | adj. | Given, produced, or existing in large amounts |
pugnacious | adj. | Eager or quick to argue or fight |
sagacious | adj. | Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment |
sanguine | adj. | Optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation |
scant | adj. | Barely sufficient or adequate |
skullduggery | noun | Deceptive or dishonest behavior |
trivial | adj. | Of little importance or value |
utilitarian | adj. | Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive |
vapid | adj. | Lacking liveliness or interest |